

⚔️ Pop the fun, not your patience—dare to make Pirate Pete jump!
Pop-Up Pirate is a suspense-filled family board game featuring a spring-loaded pirate in a barrel and 24 colorful swords. Designed for 2-4 players aged 4 and up, it combines simple rules with unpredictable gameplay that keeps everyone on edge. Lightweight and battery-free, it’s a nostalgic classic that delivers quick, thrilling rounds perfect for game nights and creating lasting memories.










| ASIN | B00000JICB |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,160 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #58 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (59,258) |
| Department | unisex-child |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 1.25 pounds |
| Item model number | T7028 |
| Manufacturer | International Playthings |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 4 - 8 years |
| Product Dimensions | 8.5 x 6 x 10.5 inches |
| Release date | January 1, 2020 |
L**Y
Easy to play with looks of excitement
Bought for Grandboys at Christmas. They and Grandma (me] had so much fun playing. It was the thrill and excitement of seeing who was going to win that was so much fun. Our boys are 4,5(twins)
S**R
Simple, fun, and perfect for little ones
My 4-year-old grandson just started getting into games, so we were looking for something age-appropriate—and this was a hit! He loves playing with it, and it’s definitely suitable for younger kids. No assembly required out of the box, which is a win. You just separate the swords from the plastic and you’re good to go. This is actually a rerelease of a game I played when I was a kid, and honestly, not much has changed—which is kind of the charm. Same basic setup, same suspenseful pop. It’s nice to see a classic still holding its own with a new generation. Now, I’ll admit: I had a moment trying to figure out how to get the pirate into the barrel. There are no real instructions aside from a note on the box that says “twist the pirate in place.” Turns out, there’s a notch inside the barrel you need to line up with the base of the pirate—then twist to lock him in. Once I figured that out, smooth sailing. When the pirate pops out, it’s not exactly dramatic—don’t expect him to launch across the room. But for a 4-year-old, it’s just the right amount of surprise, and my grandson laughs every time. No batteries required, which is great. One small downside: there’s no built-in storage for the swords, so you’ll either toss them back in the box, find a little container to keep them together or keep them stuck in the barrel but if you go that route the barrel will not fit back in the box. One note for parents—if you're hesitant about the whole “sticking swords in a barrel to stab a pirate” concept, there are other themed versions out there like Bluey or Super Mario that might feel a bit more playful and less pirate-pokey. Same game, just a different vibe. Overall, it’s a simple, engaging toy that’s perfect for young kids. Great value for the fun it brings!
A**4
Precious and easy to play pirate game for small children!
Such a cute little game!! My 2 1/2 year old grandson loves it and gets so excited when the pirate pops out! Easy to push in swords! Fun game that small children can play independently!
A**Y
Fun. Doesn’t work consistently
This game is so fun when it works properly. The pirate doesn’t always pop up.
L**S
Fun game
Easy to play, my 4 years old love to play with her friends, easy ti out the pieces inside, is fun for all the family
A**E
Fun
This is a great game, my daughter loves it, sometimes the pirate won't pop out with all the swords placed in the barrel, but my husband was able to fix it quite easily. Our 4 year old is able to play the game easily, it would be even better if the pirate said good ole pirate phrases like "shiver my timbers," "Arrgh" or other phrases when he is popped out of the barrel
E**N
Fun but doesn't always work
This is a fun little toy, but the pop-up mechanism does not always work. There have been times when we have put swords in every single slot, and the pirate just remains in the barrel.
K**Y
Great quick game!
This game is great to play with my 3 year old. It is a quick game so attention span is not an issue and it helps with fine motor skills. The first one we received worked once and then the pirate quit popping but a new one was sent right away.
K**O
Excelente juego para liberar el estrés, muy bonito, interesante, entretenido, lo recomiendo ampliamente.
C**E
jeu classic mais qui fait tjs son petit effet
D**M
Greta quality and size
K**R
Defective. It rarely works properly. You can insert all the knives and the pirate often doesn’t pop up at all. It works maybe once every five tries, which makes it pretty much useless.
D**E
Kids play with it all the time
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